House Bill No. [insert number] aims to enhance the regulation of minors' access to sexually explicit materials in public libraries across Louisiana. The bill mandates that all parish and municipal libraries adopt and implement a policy by January 1, 2024, which includes provisions for community standards in material acquisition, a library card system that allows parents or guardians to restrict minors' access to such materials, and a procedure for reconsideration of library materials deemed inappropriate. The definitions of "digital content," "library patron," "sexual conduct," and "sexually explicit material" are also established to provide clarity in the implementation of these policies.

Additionally, the bill provides immunity to library employees and agents from liability related to the enforcement of these policies. It also includes provisions that allow governing authorities to withhold funding from libraries that do not comply with the new requirements and prohibits the State Bond Commission from considering applications for debt or tax levies benefiting non-compliant libraries. This legislation emphasizes the rights of parents in guiding their children's access to library materials while ensuring that libraries take proactive steps to limit minors' exposure to sexually explicit content.